Golden Coconut Drops
Indulge in the tropical allure of *Golden Coconut Drops*, a delightful cookie recipe that’s as easy to make as it is impossible to resist. Packed with nutty toasted coconut, sweetened with a luscious blend of honey and brown sugar, and kissed with warm cinnamon spice, these bite-sized treats boast a chewy, golden perfection with every bite. Quick to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time, these cookies strike the perfect balance between sweet and savory, making them a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Whether you’re savoring them with an afternoon tea or sharing them at a gathering, their irresistible aroma and melt-in-your-mouth texture will have everyone reaching for seconds. Plus, they’re easy to store, keeping fresh for days—though they probably won’t last that long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Shredded unsweetened coconut
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.33 cup Honey
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 large Egg
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large dry skillet, toast the shredded coconut over medium heat, stirring frequently, until it turns golden-brown and fragrant (about 3-5 minutes). Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
In a saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Stir in the honey and brown sugar until fully combined and smooth. Remove the saucepan from heat and let it cool for 2 minutes.
Mix the vanilla extract into the butter mixture, followed by the egg. Whisk until smooth and well-incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in the toasted coconut to create a thick, sticky dough.
Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1-2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the tops are just set. Be sure not to overbake to maintain a chewy texture.
Allow the Golden Coconut Drops to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve at room temperature and enjoy! Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2229 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 164.5 g | 211% | |
| Saturated Fat | 126.2 g | 631% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 344 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 783 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 190.3 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.4 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 112.5 g | ||
| Protein | 25.7 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 135 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 731 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
